Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 50: 78 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666278
Common Names
- Obliquinervis Elattostachys
- Elattostachys Obliquinervis
- Obliquinervis Elattostachy
Description
Elattostachys obliquinervis (also called Elattostachys obliquinervis, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Annonaceae. It is a small tree, growing up to 5m tall. It is native to the Solomon Islands and grows in lowland rainforest and montane forest.
Uses & Benefits
Elattostachys obliquinervis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has attractive foliage and is easy to care for.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Elattostachys obliquinervis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elattostachys obliquinervis is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial herbaceous plant. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Elattostachys obliquinervis
Elattostachys obliquinervis is native to tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.
Elattostachys obliquinervis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elattostachys obliquinervis?
Elattostachys obliquinervis
What is the common name of Elattostachys obliquinervis?
No common name
Where is Elattostachys obliquinervis found?
It is found in New Guinea
Species in the Elattostachys genus
Elattostachys aiyurensis,
Elattostachys angulosa,
Elattostachys apetala,
Elattostachys dzumacensis,
Elattostachys erythrocarpa,
Elattostachys globosa,
Elattostachys goropuensis,
Elattostachys incisa,
Elattostachys megalantha,
Elattostachys microcarpa,
Elattostachys nervosa,
Elattostachys obliquinervis,
Elattostachys palauensis,
Elattostachys rubrofructus,
Elattostachys solomonensis,
Elattostachys tetraporandra,
Elattostachys venosus,
Elattostachys verrucosa,
Elattostachys xylocarpa,
Elattostachys zippeliana,
Species in the Sapindaceae family